23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Insco, Pediatrician in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Richard Insco, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Maria, CA. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Insco completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics. Dr. Insco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Insco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Insco’s office at (559) 353-5068.
Where did Dr. Insco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Insco speak?
Dr. Insco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Insco typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Insco diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Insco. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Insco typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Insco may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Insco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Insco accept my insurance?
Dr. Insco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 353-5068 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Insco accept in Santa Maria, CA?
Dr. Insco in Santa Maria, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Insco's office located?
Dr. Richard Insco's Primary Practice
235 S Palisade Dr
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(559) 353-5068
What is Dr. Insco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Insco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275592495.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Insco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Insco
What is Dr. Richard Insco's specialty?
Dr. Insco is a Pediatrician near Santa Maria, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Richard Insco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Insco is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Richard Insco accepting new patients in Santa Maria, CA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Insco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Insco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Insco's office at (559) 353-5068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Insco?
Please contact Dr. Insco's office at (559) 353-5068 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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